For many individuals, mapping out their path after high school is a major decision and turning point as it has significant bearing on one’s future. Once you have focused your mind on taking a course in aviation, the next step is to find an appropriate… 269 more words

There are many ways to start training to be a pilot from doing a private course through to learning at a university.It takes years of training to get licensed to become a pilot, and in particular to become an airline pilot. 1,239 more words

About two-thirds of airline pilots will retire in the coming years and other areas of the aviation industry are also under-supplied with qualified applicants. Many airlines, especially in the United States, prefer applicants with a college degree. 1,218 more words

An airline transport pilot (ATP) is a person who acts as the pilot in command of a commercial aircraft. The airline transport pilot certification is the highest level of certification a pilot can earn, and once the pilot has earned such certification, he or she can operate as the pilot in command of any aircraft that carries cargo or passengers. 1,204 more words